Health Insurance
Utah State University (USU) requires all international students to have health insurance for themselves and their dependents (wife, husband, and/or children). USU has specific requirements for the insurance coverage of international students.
When you register for classes at USU, the Student Health Insurance fee will automatically be added to your account. To enroll in or waive the insurance, you must visit https://studentcenter.uhcsr.com/usu.
Deadlines:
- Fall Semester – Second Friday in September
- Spring Semester – Second Friday in January
Beginning May 15, 2015, according to regulation 22 CFR 62.14, all J-1 visa holders will be required to have the health insurance coverage listed below:
| Item | Previous 22 CFR 62.14 | 22 CFR 62.14 effective 05/15/2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Medical benefits | $50,000 | $100,000 |
| Repatriation of remains | $7,500 | $25,000 |
| Medical evacuation | $10,000 | $50,000 |
| Deductible per accident or illness | $500 | $500 |
Exchange visitors may be subject to the requirements of the Affordable Care Act. Find out more information on the government website or Wikipedia for commonly asked questions.
Immunizations
USU recommends the following immunization. You may wish to bring a record of your immunization records with you when you travel to the U.S. and to USU.
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (TDaP) – series and current booster
- Measles (MMR) – 2 doses
- Polio – 3 doses
- Chickenpox (Varicella) – immunity or record of illness
- Tuberculosis (TB) skin test – Test after foreign travel or residence outside the U.S. for more than 8 weeks
- Hepatitis B – 3 dose series
- Hepatitis A – 2 dose series
- Meningitis – 1 dose every 10 years
- Influenza – annual vaccination
- HPV – 3 dose series
- COVID-19
Find out more information about COVID-19 testing and the vaccination.
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